Lauren Kuehner
April 11, 1949 ~ July 25, 2015
Lauren F. Kuehner age 66 of Lawler, Iowa died Saturday, July 25, 2015 in rural Lawler.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 30, 2015, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Lawler with Rev. Nick March celebrating the Mass. The pall will be placed by his wife and children. Presenting the offertory gifts will be Lauren's two brothers and two sisters. Jeanette Dietzenbach will be the organist with Dan Silhacek, vocalist.
Interment will be in the church cemetery with Kyle Kuehner, William Kuehner, Michael Kuehner, Jason Kuehner, Chris Kuehner, Bret Luense and Kirk Luense as pallbearers Honorary pallbearers will be Arlie Stange, Duane Wurzer, Tim Scheidel, Bill Reicks, Eddie Busta, John Mihm, Larry Bruening, Allan Franzen and the late Dan Carlin.
Friends may greet the family 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, 2015, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Lawler. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at the church on Thursday. Funeral arrangements are with Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home in Lawler.
Lauren Florian Kuehner was born April 11, 1949, in New Hampton, IA, the son of Carl and Teresa (Wurzer) Kuehner. He received his elementary education at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Grade School in Lawler and was a 1967 graduate of the Turkey Valley High School. Following graduation he worked at Stone John Deere in Lawler. On May 2, 1970, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church he married his 8th grade sweetheart, Linda Baumler. The couple made Lawler their home where they raised their two sons and two daughters.
Lauren worked for over 25 years at Five-Star COOP in Lawler and New Hampton and upon retiring became the custodian for the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and Cemetery in Lawler. Laruen was never far away from farming and loved time he could spend working outdoors. To Lauren, chores were like a hobby. In his free time he enjoyed all sporting events and was a huge Turkey Valley sporting enthusiast. Lauren had been a 25 year member of the Lawler Volunteer Fire Department and was a current member of the Lawler Lions Club. Later in life he began an interest in watching and going to Rodeos. He especially loved the time he could spend with his ever growing family.
Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Linda; two sons, Travis (Laura) of Montgomery, IL and Eric (Kim) Kuehner of Lawler; two daughters, Gwen Kuehner of Lawler and Jessica Kuehner of Waverly; eight grandchildren, Abigeal Kuehner, Tyler Kuehner, Ben Kuehner, Austin Kuehner, Alexis Gruenberg, Emmett Kuehner, Gretta Kuehner and Elsie Kuehner; two brothers, Leon (Linda) Kuehner of Hampton and Daryl (Bonnie) Kuehner of Lawler; two sisters, Carlene (Jim) Luense of St. Ansgar and Diane Kuehner of New Hampton; sister-in-law, Shirley Arndt of Lawler; and his trusted dog, Skye.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Eugene Kuehner; two brothers-in-law, Ron Maher and Eugene Baumler.
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Lauren played little league baseball for me in his early teens. He was a great athlete and outstanding individual. ‘RIP’ Lauren. Patrick L Murray Chicago, Il
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Linda and family, Thinking of all of you during this difficult time…. I wanted to tell you how grateful I was when I was a DRE at Mount Carmel and Lauren was on the Board of Education and later the president of the board of Ed. He was so supported of our program and was willing to back me up when I needed help. He was very dedicated and shown positive leadership in the program. I kind of forgot about it these past ten years, but when something like this sadly happens and pay tribute, it just immediately flash back in my memory. I just wished I would of thanked him for his wonderful support. God Bless all of you! Gail Stammeyer
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MARGE AND DAVE MAYO lit a candle in memory of Lauren Kuehner
Linda, our prayers go out to the Kuehner at the loss of your loved one Lauren. Had a great time working with Lauren at the Coop in Lawler.he was a great friend and has a great family God Bless You All
May the Light of Love embrace you all during this difficult time of transition. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings. – Donna LaJeunesse, Lake Zurich, IL
Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Praying for God to bring you peace. Jim and Lindsay Kuhn and family
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Our Deepest sympathy to Linda and the entire Family From the Burns Families. A limb has fallen from the family tree, I keep hearing a voice that says ‘Grieve not for me.’ Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, The good life lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you, Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest, Remembering all, now I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small, Go on with your life, don’t just stare at the wall. I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin, Until the day comes we’re together again.
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Lauren was a great man, a great father, and remarkable person. He always had a smile on his face, an genuine interest in how you were, and a word of encouragement to share. To the Kuehner family, I am greatly sorry for your tremendous loss. Remember him with that infectious smile on his face, because that is what he would want. You have my deepest heartfelt condolences. Jim Paul
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Linda and family…words seem so inadequate right now, but please know that my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. This loss is huge for all of you and I pray that God continues to hold you gently in His hands. Sue Mayo Swestka
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Linda, Jessica and family, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Lauren. He was a great person! Cherish the memories of him. Thought and prayer are with you. Roger, Laurie & Michelle Tiemessen
Linda and family: Deepest sympathy to all on the sudden death of a truely amazing cousin. He was just such a joy to be around and who could forget the days when we were young going to Carl and Theresa’s place for dinner then the next time to Edgar and Betty’s then through in a occasional ballgame. He dearly loved his family and was very devoted to all of them, the grandkids being his pride and joy. ‘Those we love don’t go away , they walk beside us every day unseen and unheard, but always near , still loved and missed. ‘ Love Ron and Phyllis Elsbernd and family .
Condolences of the Leo Kuennen (Elizabeth Kuehner) Family. We are sorry that we cannot share our sympathy in person as we are all at South Carolina celebrating the 80th birthday of Esther Kuennen Darnell.
Dearest Kuehner family, We were stunned today to learn of Lauren’s passing. When there is love, any life is too short. Lauren was so warm and wise and understanding. Enjoyed Lauren at our church retreats! I hope that he finished writing his book! Your Husband, Father, will be greatly missed. I hope that knowing that so many care will lessen the sorrow that you bear. Sincerely, The Kouts, Bill, Julianne, & Sam
Linda and family. We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Lauren always loved talking about his family. You could see his tremendous pride and love for you all in his stories. May God’s peace be with you as you go through the difficult days ahead. Carol and Bob Gorman
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. My memory comes from our time together as cheerleaders in high school. You hardly knew there were other players on that football field when Lauren was out there. You two had the sweetest, truest, most innocent love for a high school couple that I’ve ever seen. I know you raised your family to be just as loving so let them be there for you now. May faith get you through this very sad time. Thinking of you….Joan (Kriener) Driscoll
Linda and Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy. It was always a pleasure to meet Lauren at church or in the cemetery where he worked so hard. He always had a smile and a kind word. God bless all of you and give you strength. These sudden things are very difficult to live through, but God gives us the strength to go on. Sincerely\ Mary Wegner
Linda and family-Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Lauren was a very caring, gentle , hardworking family oriented man. Will truly miss his laughter and watching him in how he enjoyed his family. Our prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Ken & Sue Benning and family.
Linda and Family- We send you our heartfelt sympathies and prayers for your loss! Lauren will be remembered as a great neighbor and friend. I have several fond memories from my childhood at your home in Lawler and after you moved to the farm. Your caring friendship to my parents and our family will not be forgotten. Take care! <3 Gordy Halle & Linda (Mashek) Arneson
Linda and family, my prayers and sympathy to you on your loss. I always enjoyed visiting with Lauren and enjoyed his quick wit and good-natured humor. He will be missed. Elaine Reicks, Lauren’s TV classmate, Class of ’67
So very sorry for your sudden loss…..we will always remember Lauren’s special kind of humor….cherish all your special memories…..Prayers at this very difficult time.
Our Deepest Sympathy goes to all the Family.Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you during this time for the Loss of Your Loved one! Lauren will be missed. Lyn and Chris Bruns Jack Meissen
Sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Lauren across the highway working on the church grounds. Ron and Tami Bramow
Jessica & Kuehner family, Thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Cherish all of those great memories you have with Dad!
Dear Kuehners: I am saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Lauren. He was a kind, helpful, and peaceful man, and he will be missed.
So sorry for your loss. Just had a nice visit with him just over a week ago as we were getting ready for the auction.
The world has lost a very kind and loving person. Our heartfelt sympathies to Lauren’s family….we know his life and love lives on in all of you and that you will all be able to cherish precious memories. Henry & Jill Reicks
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kuehner family. Your dad was a kind, loving, proud father and grandpa! Cherish the memories…Janel and Gary Kuennen & family
We are thinking of the Kuehner family, our thoughts and prayers for all of you. Ann, Dean, Leah, Noah, and Ray Schaufenbuel
Linda, Gwen, Travis, Eric & Jessica – Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time. God Bless you all! Joe, Tina & Luke Langreck
Linda and family, My sincere sympathy goes out to you for your loss. Joanne Barloon Olson classmate of Laurens
Kuehner Family – My thoughts and prayers to all of you. Such a special, loving, and caring family that I had the pleasure to grow up with and be a part of during many sleepovers with Gwen. Lauren will be missed by many, but he leaves behind the most beautiful legacy in all of you. May you find peace at this difficult time! Hugs to all of you!
Linda Kuhner Family My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. Lauren was such a caring and loving man. And loved talking about his grandchildren,children and loving wife. You could tell how proud he was of his family. He will truly be missed by all. God bless this family and help them get through this difficult time and always share the great memory’s you have with him. Our deepest sympathy, Chris and Patty Rigel
Linda and children, we are so sorry for your loss of a great father and a great man. Lauren was well liked by everyone and I remember him well as a graduate of Turkey Valley in 1967. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Ron and Shirley Donn
Linda and family, So sorry to hear about your loss. Lauren was always so kind and happy when I would see him. Hold all your wonderful memories close to your heart and may the Lord be with you and give you strength and peace. Pat (Scholbrock) Sommerlot, Marshalltown, Iowa
Linda and Family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. He was a great guy and will be remembered. Jeanne Bader Triplett Classmate of 67
Linda and family, my sympathy and prayers are with you. Lauren always had a huge smile on his face and a kind word to say, remember the good times. ZoAnn
Linda and Family, know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of great loss. Lauren touched many people with his smile and caring and especially his love of his family and you, Linda. Hold your memories close!
Linda and family – our sincere sympathies on the loss of your dear Lauren. He was always so gentle and kind hearted with a smile on his face. We had a nice visit with him at the Irish Fest. Cherish your memories. Peace and prayers. Marge and Rich
Dearest Linda and family, we were so saddened by the news about Lauren. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! He was such quiet and caring man. Joe loved talking to him about tractors and really appreciated the information he had lent him. We will miss seeing him in church. Focus on all the special memories and great times you all shared. You all take care and talk much and hug often!! Joe & Deb
Linda and Family, Just wanted to offer my condolences. Lauren was truly one of the ‘good guy’ in life who are never forgotten.
Linda & Family, Shocked when I heard the news! You are in my thoughts and prayers! Take care and love one another!